4 hours ago Deachman: Deachman: From Trillium line to Trump — Ottawa's had a rollercoaster week

Jan. 6 was the key date in what promises to be a tumultuous period in Canada's capital.

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12 hours ago Prospera Energy Inc. Announces Executive Leadership Appointment and Key Financial Developments

CALGARY, Alberta, Jan. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Prospera Energy Inc. (TSX.V: PEI, OTC: GXRFF) (“Prospera“, “PEI” or the “Corporation“) Leadership AppointmentProspera announces the appointment of Darren Jackson as its Chief Operating Officer (COO) effective January 1st, 2025. Darren will oversee the company’s day-to-day operations, strategic initiatives, regulatory compliance, field optimization programs, and drive operational […]

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25 hours ago Canadian school boards among those affected by cyber incident involving third party

School boards in multiple provinces have been affected by a data breach involving software used by schools across North America to store student information.  

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11 hours ago De la glace de plus d’un million d’années extraite en Antarctique, un record

Elle pourrait contenir des informations cruciales pour connaître le climat passé de la Terre.

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16 hours ago Crown seeks prison time for pair accused of mischief at Coutts COVID border protest

LETHBRIDGE — Two men who became the faces of a protest at a key Alberta border crossing in 2022 need to do prison time to send a message that actions have consequences, a Crown prosecutor told court Thursday. Steven Johnston said the pair put themselves front and centre at the illegal blockade, which shut down […]

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14 hours ago Vancouver fashion retailer Aritzia sees profits soar 72% in third quarter

Aritzia executives framed the big jump as a sign of strength on many fronts rather than the product of success in one area

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23 hours ago Cannabix Technologies Announces Key Hardware Advancements to Marijuana Breathalyzer Technology

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cannabix Technologies Inc. (CSE: BLO) (OTC PINK: BLOZF) (Frankfurt: 8CT) (the “Company” or “Cannabix”) developer of marijuana and alcohol breath testing devices is pleased to report that it has made significant updates to its Cannabix Marijuana Breathalyzer (“CMB”) technology to meet suggested emerging regulatory requirements in […]

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32 hours ago Some Canadian students can get an extra $150 a month from the government

A new benefit allows thousands of Canadian students to receive extra cash from the government every month this year.On Wednesday, Minister of Seniors Joanne Thompson announced new benefits available for part-time students whose parents are disabled or deceased and contributed to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP).As of January 1, 2025, eligible part-time students aged 18 to 24 will receive 50 per cent of the amount paid by the CPP to full-time students.This is a monthly flat rate of $150.89 in 2025 for part-time students who qualify for the benefit. Students must show a minimum school attendance threshold to be eligible for the extra cash."The rising costs of living are affecting us all. No child should have to choose between caring for their parents and going to school," said Thompson in a statement. "By regularly evaluating the impact of the CPP on Canadians, we are taking the needs of students seriously and providing them with the tools they need to have a secure future."CPP chil...

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21 hours ago NOAA says La Nina ocean cooling has finally arrived, but it’s weak and may cause fewer problems

A long-awaited La Nina has finally appeared, but the periodic cooling of Pacific Ocean waters is weak and unlikely to cause as many weather problems as usual, meteorologists said Thursday. La Nina, the flip side of the better-known El Nino, is an irregular rising of unusually cold water in a key part of the central […]

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17 hours ago Crime briefs: Two people arrested in Abbotsford after crashing stolen vehicle | Key

The crash caused traffic delays in the area of Vedder Way and Marshall Road in east Abbotsford on Wednesday.

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14 hours ago Profits soar 72% in third quarter at Vancouver fashion retailer Aritzi

Aritzia executives framed the big jump as a sign of strength on many fronts rather than the product of success in one area

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37 hours ago Incendies en Californie: le pianiste québécois de Christina Aguilera inquiet pour ses voisins et son condo à Burbank

Ric’key Pageot possède un condo dans la ville californienne de Burbank.

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